Introduction to the h-Index The h-index is a popular and credible metric quantifying an academic researcher’s scientific productivity and impact. As academic careers become increasingly competitive, metrics like the h-index have become more important. They help quantify a researcher’s influence in their field and can impact everything from hiring and promotion decisions to research funding … Read more
Introduction This write-up explores the financial aspect of journal publishing and addresses the question: Why is it expensive to publish in academic journals? Academic publishing is a cornerstone of the research community. Researchers devote years to conducting studies and advancing knowledge in their fields. An important part of this process is disseminating findings through peer-reviewed … Read more
Introduction Peer review is a fundamental part of journal publishing. It involves subjecting research findings and manuscripts to evaluation by other experts in the field before they can be published in academic journals. The main purpose of peer review is to ensure research quality and credibility. It helps validate that a study’s methods, analysis, and … Read more
Introduction Academic publishing is a complex landscape. Researchers are under immense pressure to publish papers to advance their careers continuously. This pressure stems from the culture of “publish or perish,” which refers to the expectation that researchers must publish frequently to gain recognition, funding, and promotions. The publish-or-perish culture has become pervasive in academia. Universities … Read more
Introduction to Scopus Database What is Scopus database and why is it important? Scopus is one of the largest abstract and citation databases of peer-reviewed literature. With over 90 million records in its archive, the database provides researchers access to the global research landscape across various disciplines, including science, technology, medicine, social sciences, and arts … Read more